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Halloween is a time to dress up, be spooky and eat candy. It can be tempting to give into the candy and sweet treats of the day. But, there are fun ways to se…

USDA replaced the food pyramid with the MyPlate healthy eating concept. This guide will help you understand portion sizes for the different food groups. Below…

This week, I welcome Brianna Shales of Stemilt Growers, back for National Apple Month.  Autumn is busy time of year for Stemilt and Brianna has agreed to shar…

TheBUZZ Are fruits and vegetables really THAT good for you? WHAT THEY’RE SAYING Every day, it seems there’s new information about how to stay healthy.…

Fall is a time of year when many people look forward to savoring the season’s best flavors. For many that may mean anything apple or pumpkin flavored but for…

Check out our About the Buzz article on the nutritional benefits of 100% juice > 100% Fruit Juice or Whole Fruit?

TheBUZZ Can water help you lose weight? WHAT THEY’RE SAYING Dieters who drink water before a meal lose more weight than those who don’t. WHAT WE KNOW…

Less than a month ago, I was trying to figure out what to do with the abundance of summer squash I had on hand.  Now that we’ve moved into the fall seas…

Autumn brings cooler air, fall colors, comfort foods and, of course, pumpkins. While pumpkins usually take the spotlight as the traditional fall food, there ar…

TheBUZZ Eating more salad is one of the easiest habits you can adopt for better health. WHAT THEY’RE SAYING Eating a salad a few times a week can signif…

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so this article highlights the cancer fighting nutrients found in the following pink and red fruits. But don’t stop…

This healthy menu is based on a daily 2,000 calorie recommendation. Depending on your age, sex, and physical activity level, your calorie recommendation may va…